Group 1 - Nintendo has updated its user agreement, warning that users who install pirated or modified devices may face severe consequences, including the potential for their Switch devices to become unusable, a condition referred to as "bricking" [1][3] - The bricking clause appears to be specific to U.S. users, as other regions, such as Japan and Germany, have less stringent penalties for similar violations [2][6] - The legal framework in the U.S. allows for some exemptions regarding the legality of jailbreaking devices for legitimate purposes, which contrasts with the more stringent measures Nintendo has implemented in its U.S. user agreement [3][5] Group 2 - The penalties outlined in Nintendo's user agreements vary significantly by region, influenced by local laws regarding consumer rights and contract freedom [6][7] - In jurisdictions with a focus on consumer protection, such as Germany and China, penalties for violations may be subject to a proportionality principle, which could challenge the severity of Nintendo's measures [6][9] - Nintendo's ultimate goal in enforcing these measures is to protect its commercial interests, and overly harsh penalties could alienate users and drive them towards competitors like Steam, Microsoft, and Sony [9][10]